Bhakti-Sufi Traditions
7 Board History previous year questions on Bhakti-Sufi Traditions — options free on every question; 1 include the answer & explanation free, the rest unlock with PYQ Pass.
Which Sufi teacher was also known as the 'Gharib Nawaz'?"
Khwaja Muinuddin
Answer: (B) Khwaja Muinuddin
Explanation: Khwaja Muinuddin Chishti, the founder of the Chishti Order in India, is known as 'Gharib Nawaz,' which means 'Benefactor of the Poor.' He is revered for his teachings and service to the underprivileged.
Which of the following statements are correct?"
(A) Guru Arjan compiled Guru Nanak's hymns in the Adi Granth Sahib.
(B) Guru Tegh Bahadur laid the foundation of the Khalsa Panth.
(C) Guru Nanak composed the Guru Granth Sahib.
(D) Mirabai was a Maratha princess.
(E) Mirabai was a Rajput princess.
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Which one of the following saints was associated with the Virashaiva movement?
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Identify the Sufi Saint with the help of following information and select the
correct option:
• His Hospice was on the bank of river Yamuna in Delhi.
• His disciple was Amir Khusro.
• His disciples addressed him as Sultan-ul-Mashaikh.
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Lord Jagannatha is a form of which God?
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Identify the correct statements regarding the early Bhakti movement in South India:
I. Alvars and Nayanars travelled from place to place singing hymns in Tamil.
II. One of the major anthologies of compositions by the Alvars, Amuktamalyada, described as Tamil Vedas.
III. Karaikkal Ammaiyar and Andal were the women devotees of Nayanar and Alvar tradition.
IV. Both Nayanars and Alvar saints were revered by the Vellalas peasants.
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In a modern city, a group of friends discusses the relevance of Kabir’s teachings in today’s society. Some believe these are outdated, while others see their significance in promoting equality and love. Which of the following scenario best reflects Kabir’s relevance today?
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